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LYFE Recovery Services
SCORE mentors John Strom and Sam Schall helped Payne write a successful business plan and set clear goals for growth. Read more
Professional Dog Mom
An early customer referred Benge to SCORE just as she was launching, and Benge has been attending workshops and meeting with mentors ever since. Initially, Benge sought mentoring t Read more
Elizabeth Grimm helps people reclaim their health
Elizabeth worked with SCORE to help set up her business. “I knew what I wanted to do; I didn’t know how to get there,” she said. “My mentors helped me think through my business p Read more
HRinDemand helps Small Businesses
Irene DeHuff, a SCORE volunteer and current Northern Nevada Chapter Chair, had a similar HR background as Melissa, so was an ideal mentor. Starting in 2008, she brought in other S Read more
Kay Ko Works with SCORE to Start Kumon Math and Reading Center
CPA Kay Ko wanted to help her children with their math and reading so she started the Kumon Math & Reading Center in Reno. Though she knew a lot about business, starting up a Read more
Butchman Services
Worked with SCORE Northern Nevada to make their handyman business successful, primarily focusing on helping people who need help with home maintenace and repair. Read more
Break Through Reno
Phil’s advice to anyone starting a new business is to “follow your gut.” “I tried to do everything myself and I should have hired sooner and delegated more...and expanded faster.” Read more
Ursula's About Phace Rittenhouse Studio
SCORE has helped me in the most profound way by introducing me to my mentor Mr. Mark Maguire. Read more
Elwood Restaurant
My SCORE mentor, Carol Heiberger, asked me hard questions, provided feedback based on her business knowledge and experience, and offered moral support. Read more
Occupational Services Grows With the Help of SCORE
Our mentor has been there since day one. Answering any and all questions that needed attention. Read more